May weather forecast
Central, LA

May marks the transition from springtime to the cusp of summer in Central, Louisiana. The weather comfortably swings between the high of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and a low of 65.5°F (18.6°C) carving a pathway for the forthcoming summer heat. The longer, warmer days make the city entertainment-ready with outdoor events and activities. A noticeable factor about May is the increased intensity of the sun with UV index spiking at 7. June follows, flooding the city with more sunshine, peaking temperatures, and everything that summer embodies.

Temperature

As May sets in Central, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) in April to a still warm 85.5°F (29.7°C). May's average low-temperature reading in Central settles at a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Central is 76%.

Rainfall

In Central, in May, during 8.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Central, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of May in Central, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Central is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Central. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.